Lindsay Graham

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1,611 appearances 3 recordings 1 series first heard Sep 2026 last heard 6d ago

Lindsay Graham’s voice in public audio — every appearance, attributed to the second.

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Recordings per month over the last 12 months — 3 in all, peaking in Sep 2026 with 3.

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American Scandal · Varsity Blues | Future Stars | 1 · 8 Sep 2026 podcast

They help students identify suitable schools, narrow down degree programs, organize recommendation letters, and navigate the complicated application process. voice-verified

They also coordinate standardized testing, making sure students register for the SAT and the ACT on time. voice-verified

But that system is under strain. voice-verified

More American teenagers are applying to college than ever before. voice-verified

In 1980, fewer than half of high school graduates enrolled in higher education. voice-verified

But little more than a decade later, that number has climbed above 60%. voice-verified

It means high school counselors are often responsible for hundreds of students every year. voice-verified

And it's not just the sheer numbers that's making their jobs more difficult. voice-verified

As college attendance increases, so does competition for spots at the best schools. voice-verified

And as competition grows, parents become more demanding, expecting a level of attention for their children that is simply impossible for overstretched counselors to provide. voice-verified

This has created an opening for a new industry, independent college counseling. voice-verified

Rick Singer is one of the early pioneers. voice-verified

Unlike school counselors, Singer has the time to visit clients in their homes, often spending hours with a single student. voice-verified

Through this highly personalized advice, he helps teenagers polish essays, prepare for interviews, and study for standardized tests. voice-verified

But despite the value parents see in his service, Singer quickly discovers a problem. voice-verified

There's not enough money in it. voice-verified

Singer charges Bill Templeton $1,200 a year to work with his daughter. voice-verified

And for that fee, Singer visits the Templeton home every week or two, sometimes spending entire evenings helping her with applications and test preparation. voice-verified

But if he's going to earn a decent living, Singer needs dozens and dozens of families to sign up for his service. voice-verified

But there's only so many hours in the day. voice-verified

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